Gold Creek Campground - Gunnison RD
Pitkin, Colorado · 10,033 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
Wildfire 38 mi N: Willow, 7,359 acres, 92% contained
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 10,033 ft (3,058 m)10,033 ft3,058 m
- Land
- Gunnison National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
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About
This campground provides access to hiking, horseback riding, fishing and four-wheel driving. The site lies next to the southeastern boundary of the Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area. This natural area is a haven for hikers, backpackers and equestrians. (No mechanized or motorized vehicles are permitted within its boundaries.) Several alpine lakes lie near the campground and allow anglers to fish in the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain highlands. The landscape is spruce/fir and aspen trees. This is bear country, must practice safe food storage techniques.
Fees: No fees are required for this site
From OpenStreetMap, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Gold Creek Campground - Gunnison RD: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedChance T-storms, 84% chance of rain43°26°
- ThuPartly Sunny, 9% chance of rain43°22°
- FriSunny, 1% chance of rain47°27°
- SatSunny, 1% chance of rain50°32°
- SunPartly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers, 15% chance of rain47°30°
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Location and contact
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